Field Notes

Journal

Notes from the shop and the jobsite — on caring for hardwood, picking species, and getting decades out of a floor.

Refinishing · Jun 2026

How often should hardwood floors be refinished?

A practical timeline for sanding vs. screen-and-recoat, and the signs that tell you it's time.

Materials · May 2026

Oak, walnut, hickory and reclaimed — what works in our dry climate and big seasonal swings.

Maintenance · Apr 2026

Humidity, sun exposure and the simple weekly routine that keeps a finish looking new.

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